Katy Krogstad brings a wealth of critical care expertise and a passion for advancing organ donation programs. She began her career in a medical-surgical trauma unit and progressed to the cardiovascular and trauma intensive care unit at a Level 1 trauma center in Phoenix. Katy later joined Donor Network of Arizona as an Organ Recovery Coordinator and now serves as a Clinical In-House Coordinator at a major acute-care and behavioral health hospital in Glendale, where she has played a key role in building and enhancing their organ and tissue donation program. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing with an emphasis in Strategic Systems Leadership, both from Northern Arizona University, equipping her with the clinical insight and strategic expertise to drive meaningful improvements in patient care and organizational outcomes.

Patrick has served in various roles throughout his nursing career including ICU RN, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Quality Department Director, Clinical Standardization Administrator and VP of Nursing.  Currently Patrick serves as a Director of Quality at Thunderbird Medical Center.

Dannielle is originally from Northern California and moved to the Phoenix metro area in late 2019 when she began her career with Donor Network of Arizona. Dannielle has a Master of Public Health degree from Capella University and a B.A. in English from California State University, Chico. Dannielle is the grateful recipient of a living donor kidney transplant since 2006 and has a passion for the gifts of organ and tissue donation. Prior to joining DNA, Dannielle's healthcare background includes working for a regional blood center coordinating blood drives to meet hospital blood supply needs, and she was a leader at a Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) providing medical services to underserved populations in Shasta County. At DNA, Dannielle began her career in Tissue Donor Optimization and became inspired by speaking with donor families about the gifts their loved one can share with others. Dannielle transitioned over to DNA's Hospital Engagement and Strategy (HE&S) team to become more involved with organ donation and have front line experience while supporting hospital donation programs. Dannielle's time in HE&S provided additional growth opportunities, and now she is back in Tissue Donor Optimization as a Supervisor. 

Alysa Swiersk currently serves as an In-House Coordinator with Donor Network of Arizona at a major acute-care and behavioral health hospital in Glendale, Arizona. In partnership with her clinical colleague Katy, she supports and enhances the hospital's organ and tissue donation programs. WIth a background in Public Health from Northern Arizona University and extensive experience in healthcare administration and program management, Alysa brings a strong foundation of skills and expertise to promote best practices and advance donation initiatives.